Gathuthuma Senior School (formerly called Gathuthuma Secondary School) is a C4 Public Mixed Senior School that is physically located in Kirinyaga County, Kirinyaga Centra Sub County  in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya. This article provides all the details about Gathuthuma Senior School, including: the school’s cluster, level, UIC Code, Knec Code, Admissions and location.

This Day Senior School forms part of the Kirinyaga Education Network and has fully transitioned to a Senior School that offers Competency Based Education (CBE) Curriculum to Grade 10, 11 and 12 Learners.

Gathuthuma Senior School School’s Basic Data and National Information.

School’s Old Name	Gathuthuma Secondary School
School’s New Name	Gathuthuma Senior School
Cluster	C4
Gender	Mixed
Accomodation Type	Day
Region	Central
County	Kirinyaga
Sub County	Kirinyaga Centra
UIC Code	8WNV
KNEC Code	9203439
Type of School	Public
Regular or SNE	Regular
Disability Type	None

Gathuthuma Senior School operates as a fully Senior School offering the Competency Based Education (CBE/CBC) Curriculum. Students transition to this school from Junior School after sitting for the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA); which is a national assessment for Grade 9 learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC/ CBE). It assesses students in nine learning areas to evaluate their readiness to transition into Senior School.

Students who join Gathuthuma Senior School at grade 10 specialize in any one of the following three main CBE pathways:

1. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): Focuses on innovators and problem-solvers. It branches into Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, and Technical Studies, leading to careers like medicine, engineering, and IT. 
2. Social Sciences: Designed for communicators and leaders. It includes tracks in Languages, Literature, Humanities, and Business Studies, preparing students for fields like law, journalism, and education. 
3. Arts & Sports Science: For creative minds and athletes. It features tracks in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music, and various sports disciplines, fostering careers in the creative and sports industries.

Gathuthuma Senior School’s Background and History.

Gathuthuma Senior School, historically known as Gathuthuma Secondary School, has played a very key role in the Kenyan Education Sector and more particularly in Kirinyaga county; where it is domiciled.

The school has grown over the years and is now a fully recognized  C4 Public Senior School. In January 2026, Gathuthuma Senior School admitted the first grade 10 learners under the CBE Curriculum.

Location of Gathuthuma Senior School.

Gathuthuma Senior School’s exact physical location is in Kirinyaga County, Kirinyaga Centra in the Central Region of the  Republic of Kenya.

What to know about Central Region’s Senior Schools.

Central is the home of some of the best and highly competitive Senior Schools in Kenya. Gathuthuma Senior School, just like other Senior schools in the region, favourably compete in co-curricular activities, academics and Infrastructural development. Before joining  Gathuthuma Senior School, confirm the pathways it offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gathuthuma Senior School.

1. What is the UIC Code for Gathuthuma Senior School?

The UIC Code for Gathuthuma Senior School is 8WNV.

2. Is Gathuthuma Senior School a Boarding or Day School?

Gathuthuma Senior School is a Day Senior School.

3. What CBE Grades are taught at Gathuthuma Senior School?

Gathuthuma Senior School offers CBE Senior Schools Grades at Grade 10, 11 and 12.

4. What is the Knec Code for Gathuthuma Senior School?

The Official Knec Code for Gathuthuma Senior School is 9203439.

5. In Which County is Gathuthuma Senior School Found?

Gathuthuma Senior School is located in Kirinyaga County.

6. Does Gathuthuma Senior School admit Boys, Girls or Both?

Gathuthuma Senior School is a Mixed Senior School.

7. What was Gathuthuma Senior School’s Fomer Name under the 8-4-4 Education System?

Gathuthuma Senior School was formerly called Gathuthuma Secondary School.

8. What is Gathuthuma Senior School’s New Cluster?

Gathuthuma Senior School is now classified as a C4 Senior School.

9. Is there SNE Support for Learners at Gathuthuma Senior School?

Gathuthuma Senior School offers support for Regular learners. The school’s Disability Type is None.

10. Where is Gathuthuma Senior School Located?

Gathuthuma Senior School is found in Kirinyaga Centra Subcounty of Kirinyaga County; in the Central Region of the Republic of Kenya.

11. Is a Gathuthuma Senior School Private or Public School?

Gathuthuma Senior School is a Public School.

12. What CBE Pathways are offered at Senior School?

Senior schools offere 3 pathways; STEM, Social Sciences and Arts and Sports.